Ex-AT&T Illinois head could see bribery charges dismissed under agreement with feds
The Madigan-involved bribery case against AT&T Illinois’ former boss could disappear in a year under a new agreement with prosecutors.
Tag: Eddie Acevedo
Prosecutor calls Madigan, McClain ‘grand masters of corruption’ as case goes to jury
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s fate is officially in the hands of a federal jury.
Madigan attorney urges acquittal, accusing feds of ‘shoving misshapen puzzle pieces together’
In the closing arguments of the Madigan trial, the defense challenged the prosecution's portrayal of corruption and bribery, arguing that ...
Jurors to hear tape of Madigan saying ComEd contractors ‘made out like bandits’
Former House Speaker Michael Madigan remained on the witness stand Wednesday in his public corruption trial.
Madigan corruption trial breaks for holidays amid defense case
The jury in Michael Madigan’s corruption trial left for a two-week holiday break after hearing glowing testimony from a defense ...
Prosecution rests in Madigan trial as defense calls witness dropped from feds’ list
Prosecutors rested their case in Michael Madigan's trial as the defense called former AT&T lobbyist Steve Selcke, who refuted claims ...
Feds set to rest case in Madigan trial; defense prepares to call first witnesses
Eddie Acevedo’s testimony in the Madigan trial highlights conflicting accounts of no-work contracts tied to AT&T and ComEd, along with ...
Former Madigan ally contradicts past statements after being ordered to testify
Eddie Acevedo offered conflicting testimony in the Madigan trial about his alleged involvement in no-work contracts and payments from AT&T ...
Judge won’t acquit former AT&T Illinois boss in Madigan bribery case after hung jury
Paul La Schiazza’s trial reveals allegations of bribery involving a contract to favor Speaker Madigan’s legislative priorities.
Lobbyist testifies ‘loyalty’ to Madigan led him to make payments to ousted staffer
Tom Cullen's testimony in Madigan's trial reveals payments to political allies and consulting deals facilitated by AT&T and ComEd.
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